Discover Fogo Island's
Embark on an adventure of a lifetime with our exhilarating activities. Explore the hidden wonders of Fogo Island with our expert guides, as you discover the island’s natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes. Take your pick from our selection of activities, including exploring caves, climbing, bouldering, and hiking.
No matter what your level of experience or fitness, our activities are designed to provide an unforgettable experience that will leave you with lasting memories of your time on Fogo Island.
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Via Via Ferrata
FOGO VIA FERRATA AND ITS HISTORY
In 2007, as part of the German development aid project for Cape Verde / Fogo under the direction of GOPA – Consultants, the German company blocSyndicate Ltd. the order to secure the 26 km long mountain ridge of the Bordeira according to modern, European standards. After extensive research into via ferrata standards in Europe by the project manager at blocSyndicate Ltd., Mustafa Eren, a completely new safety technology for via ferratas was developed.
Explore the Caves
CAVES ON THE CHÃ DAS CALDEIRAS
In 2009, following a proposal by blocSyndicate Ltd., the two eruption caves on Chã Das Caldeiras were opened to the public. The proven safety system from via ferrata construction and the Bordeira was used. In terms of safety and aesthetics, the two caves “Braku Monte Pretu” and “Braku Pico Pequeno” offer a nice alternative to the Pico de Fogo.
Hike
THE TRAIL TO MOSTEIROS AND ITS HISTORY
In 2008, at the special request of the project manager of GOPA-Consulting, Dr. Seibert, started construction work on a hiking trail from Chã Das Caldeiras to Mosteiros.
The hiking trail is a natural spectacle that visitors to Fogo should definitely experience. When descending from the Chã Das Caldeiras you are still above the clouds. With every meter descended, the vegetation and the view of Mosteiros changes.
Climb
SPORT CLIMBING ON THE VOLCANO
Sport climbing, also known as free climbing, and bouldering are now popular sports. Almost everyone has heard of it, seen pictures and film excerpts, or perhaps even climbed it themselves. In Europe there is a dense network of climbing gyms where you can try your first vertical steps. Germany is one of the countries with the most artificial climbing facilities.
Bouldering
BOULDERING ON THE VOLCANO
Bouldering was once considered training for proper climbing in the Alps. That was a long time ago and nowadays bouldering is a sport in its own right that requires special training at the higher levels of difficulty. As with sport climbing, there are also bouldering halls in many European cities. Some of the bouldering areas are integrated into the climbing hall, some are just bouldering halls.
What You Should know
LOCATION
The archipelago of the Republic of Cabo Verde with its 9 inhabited islands is about 600 km west of the African continent, off the coast of Senegal.
ISLANDS
Fogo (Fire) is one of the 9 inhabited islands with São Filipe as the capital. The island is a single volcanic cone rising out of the sea. The Chã Das Caldeiras Natural Park (8 km in diameter) is at an altitude of 1650 m and is under special protection.
PICO DE FOGO
Absolutely symmetrical and still active volcano – last eruption (not the main crater!) on April 2, 1995. Height: 2839 m. TRAVEL
